Web Accessibility check list
Web Accessibility check list
鈽惵Colour Contrast
Check that your text and background have a minimum colour contrast of 4.5:1. Ensure icons and controls contrast with their background by at least 3:1. Use tools like the TPG Colour Contrast Analyser for this.
鈽惵Alt Text
Add alt text to all images. If an image is decorative, use ALT=鈥濃.
鈽惵Meaningful Links
Make link text unique and clear about its purpose without needing to refer to surrounding content. Instead of 鈥淩ead the rules of tennis here鈥, use 鈥淩ead the Rules of tennis鈥.
鈽惵Heading Structure
Mark content with heading tags that match a logically consistent visual hierarchy.
鈽惵Easy-to-Read Content
Strive for a score of 60-65 on the Fleisch reading-ease test for all content aimed at a general audience. Use the built-in checker in Word by pasting your content into a document.
鈽惵Non-Mouse (Keyboard) Access
Ensure all functions operate using standard keyboard control and that a clear focus indicator is present.
鈽惵Forms
Design forms as simply as possible to achieve the goal. Label clearly and concisely, and make sure error text describes both the problem and the solution.
鈽惵Landmarks
Ensure that Main, Navigation, and Search regions are marked.
鈽惵Check Your Pages
Use code checking tools, like to find potential accessibility issues.
鈽惵PDF
Limit the use of PDF documents. Enable users to print the information using a print style sheet.